TODAY'S TOP STORY
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INDUSTRY NEWS
How big is the gap? How rising house values compare to wage growth
House values have risen at more than double the rate of wage increases over the past two decades, according to recent analysis by CoreLogic. …
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RECENT INDUSTRY NEWS
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Big Four Bank’s decision to scrap sub-2 per cent interest rates a “wise one”
NAB is the only big four bank offering an interest rate lower than 2 per cent, …
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COVID-19 drives ‘regional renaissance’ as house prices surge
The regional property market continues to skyrocket, with house prices jumping almost 30 per cent in the year to September, …
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Auction numbers jump 10 per cent each week since September
For the first time in CoreLogic history, the number of auctions scheduled across Australian capital cities has exceeded 4000. …
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How NZ’s cash rate rise will impact the property market
Experts tip the latest NZ cash rate increase isn't the last hike the RBNZ will announce, …
FEATURE INTERVIEWS
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
The Gold Coast agents rubbing shoulders with Hollywood stars
Clark Kent’s alter ego is Superman, Bruce Waynes’ is Batman, and now a Gold Coast real estate agent moonlights as a Hollywood actor and a stuntman. …
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Elite Agent
What 50 years in real estate has taught Vic Care
If there’s one thing Vic Care knows after 50 years in real estate, it’s how to build a successful career, and it’s deceptively simple. …
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Real estate and its reward for the soul: Thomas Massam
Being awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia is just the latest in a long line of accolades for Harcourts Alliance associate director Thomas Massam. …
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APPOINTMENTS
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NEWS
Mark McLeod named Ray White Group’s new Chief Strategy Officer
Ray White’s long-time Chief Executive of Growth, Mark McLeod has been named the Group’s new Chief Strategy Officer for Real Estate. …
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Tony Blamey joins :Different to drive growth
Australian property management company, :Different, has appointed Tony Blamey as the company’s first Chief Revenue Officer. …
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts Australia appoints Adrian Knowles as chief executive officer
Leading real estate brand Harcourts Group Australia has today announced the internal appointment of a new national CEO in Adrian Knowles. …
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FRANCHISE NEWS
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NEWS
McGrath on track for stellar half-year
The McGrath Group has released a trading update, indicating the group expects to enjoy net earnings of between $10 million and $11 million for the first half of the 2022 financial year. …
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Agent numbers surge for Area Specialist
Real estate agency platform, Area Specialist, has had a record couple of months, with 21 agents signing up to join the unique system. …
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Liz Todd launches boutique agency on the Mornington Peninsula
High-end agent, and well-known member of the Mornington Peninsula community, Liz Todd has taken the next step in her career and launched her own business, …
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THE ELEVATE PODCAST
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The Elevate Podcast
Mastering the basics: Anthony Webb on leadership, 50 years of family business, and what it takes to go the distance
If you’d told Anthony Webb at 16 he would one day lead the family real estate business, he would have scoffed at the idea. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Making the news: Elizabeth Tilley on how to work with the media and why you should think big when it comes to marketing and editorial
Australians simply can’t get enough of real estate and the stories behind it, and they’re seeking it everywhere they can – from newspapers to news sites, …
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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
Courageous Conversations: How Heidi Dening overcame trauma to turn chaos into clarity
Heidi Dening was working for a children-focussed NGO in Vanuatu when a night of terror changed her life forever. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Proactive not reactive: Ryan Mitchell on rent roll growth, consistent communication and what it takes to be property manager of the year
Raine & Horne Kurri Kurri co-director Ryan Mitchell never expected to take out a national award for Property Manager of the Year. …
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The Elevate Podcast
Ecosystem of excellence: Dean Mackie on what it takes to be the agency of the year, getting the basics right and leadership with purpose
As the CEO of DiJones, Dean Mackie knows he’s responsible for a legacy. His name may not be on the door, …
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COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS
Courageous Conversations: How Lorena Gaxiola built an international interior design business to inspire and empower a new generation of women
Internationally acclaimed interior designer Lorena Gaxiola is a firm believer in one simple truth: without friction there cannot be change. …
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CELEBRITY REAL ESTATE
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Celebrity Homes
Arnie’s former LA home hits the market for US$11 million
The Californian home once owned by former California Governor and actor Arnold Schwarzenegger and his then-wife, journalist Maria Shriver, has been listed for sale. …
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Celebrity Homes
Retired NBL star Shaquille O’Neal sells his Lake Butler mansion
Despite dropping the price twice, American basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal made a cool $7.05 million profit, following the sale of his Isleworth, …
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Celebrity Homes
Haunted Halloween homes for sale
With Halloween right around the corner, there’s plenty of interest in some of the most haunted homes from around the world. …
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CONTRIBUTORS
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LEADERSHIP
Geoff Lucas: The office isn’t dead, it has just been reimagined
There’s no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it great hardship and many hurdles, but it has also delivered some unexpected gifts. …
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OPINION
Six changes to make to your business before the New Year
It's hard to believe the end of the year is fast approaching, and what a year it has been! …
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OPINION
I went live on Facebook for 30 days in a row and here is what I learnt
I've always known Facebook Live is about the most powerful marketer’s tool out there. …
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EVENTS
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EVENTS
Homely and Ray White celebrate Australia’s leading ladies of real estate
Homely is proud to announce its sponsorship of the ‘Leading Ladies of Real Estate' event in Queensland, hosted by Ray White. …
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INDUSTRY NEWS
South Sydney flagged as emerging commercial hot spot
An increasing number of small businesses are basing their offices closer to employees, as the state emerges from lockdown fatigue, according to property expert and Urbis Regional Director, …
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rexfest Live shares the secret to leveraging digital marketing
Internet users are spending almost two and a half hours on social media every day, according to information revealed at Rexlabs’ second Rexfest Live event, …
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LISTING + MARKETING
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How to market a tiny apartment with a toilet in the shower
At just 17sq m and with a toilet located inside the shower it’s safe to say 43/20-22 Springfield Ave, …
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Take a peek inside South Australia’s most luxurious sales
If you’ve got a bit of spare time this weekend and want to see how the other half live then check out this list of 10 luxury South Australian homes that sold over the past 12 months. …
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Build your personal brand and fill your lead pipeline like Ryan Serhant
Real estate agents seeking a personal brand akin to the status and followers Million Dollar Listing New York superstar Ryan Serhant has generated can learn how he did it with a new course. …
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How top agents sell elite properties
When Sydney Sotheby’s International Reality Managing Director Michael Pallier listed this Point Piper waterfront mansion, …
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Luxury Queensland homes with Turkish steam rooms and teppanyaki hot plates
With the nickname “Millionaire’s Row”, it’s no surprise to see a property on Hedges Ave, …
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Why sales agents need buyer’s agents in a surging Sydney market
It’s never been a better time to be an agent; and a worse time to be a buyer. …
LEADERSHIP
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From chef to agent: How Michael Fenn gives back
LJ Hooker Property Specialists Principal Michael Fenn is nothing if not loyal. His first real estate job was with LJ Hooker in 2002, …
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Explore Property’s Andrew Acton on why good leaders are part of the team
Andrew Acton explains why the the word 'my' has no lace in real estate or in effective leadership …
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Creating great cultures: Part 2
In this second article in a two-part series, Kylie Dulhunty asks industry leaders Tim Carson and Andrea Lever what attributes make a great leader, …
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Creating great cultures: Part 1
In this first article in a two-part series, Kylie Dulhunty asks industry leaders what attributes make a great leader, …
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Why you won’t always get the big decisions right: Geoff Lucas
No matter the industry, leadership is about making some tough decisions. The Agency's Geoff Lucas explains why those decisions don't always have to be right. …
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Ellen Bathgate: Why failure teaches you more than success
Ellen Bathgate shares the greatest lessons she's learned as a leader courtesy of the inevitable mistakes made a long the way. …
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Leak repair specialists Megasealed celebrate 25 years of business success
A business which services the real estate and strata industries with repair solutions for leaking showers and balconies is celebrating 25 years in operation. …
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Manos Findikakis: The reverse bucket list
Manos Findikakis explains the concept of a reverse bucket list and how working from past success can help you achieve future goals …
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Advanced ‘Pay on Success’ platform made available through innovative industry partnership
Fintech Innovator ListSure and Insurance Industry player Steadfast have joined forces to create new products designed specifically for the real estate industry. …
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Five lessons from 15 years in business
Dan Argent shares the five big lessons he's learned after 15 years as a business owner and, …
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Be so good they can’t ignore you
Eview Group takes a page out of comedian Steve Martin's playbook when it comes to developing brand identity as a real estate agent. …
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Three ways to capitalise on a hot market right now
Few would argue that the property market is pretty hot in Australia right now. …
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Victorian and WA markets show impressive sales trends
Online offer management system Market Buy has reported solid sales trends across the country, …
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A robust change to real estate sales
To say Khan Robust is not a fan of the traditional real estate model is a bit of an understatement. …
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Listing Loop: Three myths about selling off-market
Selling a property off-market may not be a new concept, but it has gained a lot of traction in recent times. …
INTERNATIONAL
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Openn’s US pilot program: Century 21 and RE/MAX broker agreements
Australian-listed property technology company, Openn Negotiation Limited (‘Openn’ or ‘the Company’) (ASX: OPN), has entered into binding agreements with two real estate brokerage firms to participate in the Company’s Pilot Program in the United States. …
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SUPPLIER NEWS
REA Group completes transaction to sell Hong Kong assets
REA Group has completed a transaction to sell its Squarefoot.com.hk business assets in Hong Kong to 28Hse, a Hong Kong online real estate listings portal. …
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Openn expands team across Australia and USA
Openn Negotiation Limited (‘Openn’ or ‘the Company’) (ASX: OPN) has expanded its Australian and US teams with the addition of Mr Michael Price and Mr Andre Vidic, …
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BTW
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Elders acquires LJ Hooker Rockingham
Elders has recently acquired LJ Hooker Rockingham, expanding its real estate offering in the wider Perth region. …
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Foreign investors and super funds bullish on Darwin real estate
Residential yields as high as 8 per cent are making Darwin a viable option to the southern capitals, …
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October a record for Barry Plant Group
The Barry Plant Group almost doubled the value of property they sold in October 2020 due to the pent up demand of buyers during Victoria's lockdown. …
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Jake Harrison emulates Tom Raine as one of the brand’s youngest principals
Raine & Horne’s technology ecosystem is helping to attract young gun principals like Jake Harrison, …
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Local experts open Ray White Rural Boonah and Kalbar
Davin and Janine Geck have opened their own business with Ray White due to their love of the country and passion for rural property sales. …
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Queensland agents roll up their sleeves for REIQ Red Cross Lifeblood challenge
The REIQ has announced the winners of their recent Real Estate Blood Challenge after 694 blood and plasma donations were received. …
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Richard Matthews Real Estate claims local business award
The accolade comes after the agency raised and donated $20,000 to Beyond Blue amid Sydney’s lockdown and broke suburb selling records. …
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Raine & Horne on the Rhodes to success with new Olympic Park office
The new office will offer sales and property management services to the growing inner western Sydney areas of Rhodes, …
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Ray White Victoria and Tasmania celebrates its 2021 winners
Ray White Balwyn Principal Helen Yan was named the number one principal for the fourth year in a row. …
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